Piper PA-28-161 User Manual

wArrior ii
pA-28-161
pilot’s
operAting
hAndbook
And
fAA Approved
AirplAne flight mAnuAl
faa approved in normal and utility categories based on car 3. this
handbook includes the material required to be furnished to the pilot
by car 3 and constitutes the approved airplane flight manual and must
be carried in the airplane at all times.
AirplAne AirplAne
seriAl no. regist. no.
pA-28-161
report: vb-1180 fAA Approved by:
wArd evAns
d.o.A. no. so-1
dAte of ApprovAl: piper AircrAft corporAtion
August 13, 1982 vero beAch, floridA
REFERENCE ONLY
THIS ELECTRONIC VERSION
OF THE POH IS
NOT APPROVED TO
REPLACE ANY OPERATING
INFORMATION REQUIRED
BY THE REGULATIONS.

Piper PA-28-161 Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Piper Aircraft
Model	PA-28-161 Warrior II
Engine	Lycoming O-320-D3G
Horsepower	160 hp
Seating Capacity	4
Wingspan	35 ft (10.7 m)
Length	24 ft 0 in
Maximum Speed	127 knots
Cruise Speed	122 knots
Maximum Takeoff Weight	2, 325 lb (1, 055 kg)
Fuel Capacity	48 US gallons (182 L)

Summary

Piper PA-28-161 Warrior II Pilot's Operating Handbook

Handbook Overview and Applicability

Section 1: General Information

Section 2: Limitations

Outlines critical operating limitations for safe flight.

Section 3: Emergency Procedures

Detailed procedures for handling various in-flight emergencies.

Section 4: Normal Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for standard aircraft operations.

Section 5: Aircraft Performance

Covers performance data, charts, and flight planning information.

Section 6: Weight and Balance

Procedures for determining and maintaining aircraft weight and balance.

Section 7: Systems Description and Operation

Section 8: Handling, Servicing, and Maintenance

Section 1: General Aircraft Information

Aircraft Engines and Propellers

Key Airspeed Terminology (Vne, Vno, Vx, Vy)

Defines critical airspeeds like Never Exceed, Cruising, Best Climb Angle/Rate.

Weight and Balance Definitions: Moment, C.G., Limits

Fuel and Oil System Specifications

Engine Power and Instrument Definitions

Weight and Balance Terminology

Weight Definitions: Empty, Payload, Useful Load

Aircraft Weight and Loading Limits

Lists maximum weights and baggage space.

Section 2: Aircraft Limitations

General Limitations Overview

Introduces the limitations section covering placards and markings.

Airspeed and Power Plant Limitations

Lists critical airspeed limitations (VNE, VNO, VFE) and power plant limits.

Weight, C.G., and Maneuver Limits

Specifies acceptable weight, C.G. range, and maneuver limits.

Section 3: Emergency Procedures

Emergency Procedures Checklist

A concise checklist covering critical emergency situations for quick reference.

Engine Fire and Power Loss Procedures

Procedures for engine fire during start, power loss during takeoff and flight.

Power-Off Landing and In-Flight Fire Response

Detailed steps for power-off landings and handling fires during flight.

System Failures and Spin Recovery

Procedures for electrical failures, overloads, and spin recovery.

Carburetor Icing and Engine Roughness Handling

Procedures for addressing carburetor icing and engine roughness.

Section 4: Normal Operating Procedures

General Procedures and Airspeed Guidelines

Overview of normal procedures and significant airspeeds for safe operation.

Takeoff, Climb, Cruise, and Descent Procedures

Approach, Landing, Stopping Engine, and Parking

Section 5: Aircraft Performance

Takeoff, Landing, Climb, Descent, and Cruise Performance

Section 6: Aircraft Weight and Balance Procedures

General Principles and Weighing Procedures

Weight and Balance Calculations for Flight

Section 7: Aircraft Systems Description and Operation

Landing Gear, Flight Controls, and Engine Controls

Fuel System and Electrical System

Describes the fuel system, selector, pump, and electrical system components.

Section 8: Aircraft Handling, Servicing, and Maintenance

General Guidelines and Warnings

General guidelines, warnings about non-Piper parts, and modification approvals.

Inspection Intervals and Preventive Maintenance

Brake, Landing Gear, Propeller, and Tire Service

Oil and Fuel System Requirements

Section 10: Operating Tips

Engine Start, Anti-collision Light, and Rudder Pedal Safety

Safety tips for engine start, anti-collision lights, and rudder pedal use.